After applying online, I was contacted by a recruiter to schedule an interview, which I confirmed. Shortly after, I received a follow-up reminder to schedule an interview that had already been booked, indicating clear gaps in coordination within the recruiting process. The interview was conducted by a different recruiter than the one who initially reached out. From the outset, the conversation felt strictly script-driven and lacked any real depth or understanding of the role. There was limited evidence of familiarity with the team structure, expectations, or day-to-day responsibilities associated with the position. When I asked for clarification or additional context, responses did not go beyond repeating prepared questions, which made the interaction feel perfunctory rather than evaluative. There was no meaningful dialogue or attempt to assess fit in a substantive way. There were also persistent audio issues during the call, which made parts of the conversation difficult to follow and further impacted the overall experience. Additionally, the salary range shared during the conversation was below the range listed in the original job posting, which raised concerns about alignment between what is advertised and what is being communicated during the hiring process. Overall, the process felt disjointed and poorly executed, with minimal alignment across recruiting touchpoints and a lack of preparation that reflected poorly on how the role and company are being represented to candidates.